2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
